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I still have not gotten to the library; I think I shall go later this week. Perhaps on... Thursday?... since that is the day governed by Thelxiepeia, even if you don't call it by her name, here. Molpe, as the patroness of art, would be fortuitous as well; but Thelxiepeia is more aligned with learning, which is my ultimate goal.
It occurred to me, though- for I did pass by the building- that I shall have no idea where to start.
So, good City-- what do you recommend as reading material for a fool like me? [Small, good-natured laugh.] And if anyone would care to join me, I'd be glad for the company. If Thelxday isn't-- Thursday-- isn't convenient for you, I don't mind changing the date, either.
In other news, it appears I may be acquiring a pet in the near future, provided none of my roommates object to my keeping one of Suresh's ducklings. I have not thought of a suitable name for it. I named Oreb, the night-chough who took it upon himself to move in with me, after a raven in the Writings; but offhand I cannot think of any places where ducks are mentioned...
I do hope that the recent curses have not left anyone too distressed. I myself have been spared thus far, thank the gods; but for those who have not, you are in my thoughts. If anyone wants a sympathetic ear, albeit an easily confused one, do let me know.
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[ooc: Links for reference only of course ♥ And if any chars in Building 2, #214-215 are allergic to ducks or something feel free to tell him no. XD The only reason he doesn't tealdeerfully address each of you individually is that I have a tough time keeping up with who-all lives there. ^^;]
I still have not gotten to the library; I think I shall go later this week. Perhaps on... Thursday?... since that is the day governed by Thelxiepeia, even if you don't call it by her name, here. Molpe, as the patroness of art, would be fortuitous as well; but Thelxiepeia is more aligned with learning, which is my ultimate goal.
It occurred to me, though- for I did pass by the building- that I shall have no idea where to start.
So, good City-- what do you recommend as reading material for a fool like me? [Small, good-natured laugh.] And if anyone would care to join me, I'd be glad for the company. If Thelxday isn't-- Thursday-- isn't convenient for you, I don't mind changing the date, either.
In other news, it appears I may be acquiring a pet in the near future, provided none of my roommates object to my keeping one of Suresh's ducklings. I have not thought of a suitable name for it. I named Oreb, the night-chough who took it upon himself to move in with me, after a raven in the Writings; but offhand I cannot think of any places where ducks are mentioned...
I do hope that the recent curses have not left anyone too distressed. I myself have been spared thus far, thank the gods; but for those who have not, you are in my thoughts. If anyone wants a sympathetic ear, albeit an easily confused one, do let me know.
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[ooc: Links for reference only of course ♥ And if any chars in Building 2, #214-215 are allergic to ducks or something feel free to tell him no. XD The only reason he doesn't tealdeerfully address each of you individually is that I have a tough time keeping up with who-all lives there. ^^;]
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Date: 2008-09-03 01:03 am (UTC)[Voice]
Date: 2008-09-03 01:06 am (UTC)[Voice]
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Date: 2008-09-03 01:18 am (UTC)[Voice]
Date: 2008-09-03 01:20 am (UTC)Some speculate that all the singluar Gods worshiped on my world are one and the same. Most don't agree, though.
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Date: 2008-09-03 01:27 am (UTC)You sacrifice to one god for all things, then? We would ask Echidna for blessings on the crops, or Pas for rain, or, oh, Kypris for aid in love, Thelxiepeia for guidance regarding the future.
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Date: 2008-09-03 01:29 am (UTC)[Voice]
Date: 2008-09-03 01:33 am (UTC)[Voice]
Date: 2008-09-03 01:35 am (UTC)It doesn't sound all that different, other than the whole sacrifice deal. God prefers his children not take a life without need.
An augur?
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Date: 2008-09-03 02:04 am (UTC)An augur leads services in the manteion-- leads prayers and offers sacrifices, reads the omens in the offerings, casts the holy lots, maintains the Sacred Windows and implores the gods to speak.
We offer sacrifices out of respect and love, and the gods accept them because they are dear to us, and they recognize the love in what we have done. The gods speak through them, as well-- since we read the offerings-- and so I'd argue that it is not 'without need.' Although there is at least one among the gods who has been known to refuse sacrifice...